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Clergy abuse survivors release report on cardinals who could be elected pope
by Jason DeRose
The Vatican says sex abuse is a major topic ahead of the conclave. A survivors network has launched a project to keep the the records of those who've sheltered abusive priests in the public eye.
U.S. Economy Adds 287,000 Jobs In June
by Yuki Noguchi
Hiring bounced back in June, according to the Labor Department's monthly jobs report. Employers added 287,000 jobs last month. The unemployment rate went up a bit to 4.9 percent, but that was because more job seekers were drawn into the labor force.
Irish Economy Likely To Falter In Wake Of Brexit
by Frank Langfitt
The United Kingdom's vote to leave the European Union is expected to hit the Irish economy hard. Ireland has a close trading relationship with the UK and relies heavily on British tourism.
Dallas Pioneered Recent Efforts To Improve Police Training
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with Chuck Wexler, executive director of Police Executive Research Forum, about the Dallas Police Department's significant reforms and homicide reduction in recent years.
Minnesota Residents Highlight 'Willful Ignorance' Of Racism After Shooting
by Adrian Florido
Philando Castile was killed by police in the largely white suburb of Falcon Heights, Minn. Black and white residents are both trying to make sense of what happened.
Week In Politics: Deadly Sniper Attack On Dallas Police
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with political commentators, Jonathan Capehart of the Washington Post and David Brooks of The New York Times. They discuss the deadly shooting of Dallas police officers and the FBI's recommendation not to indict Hillary Clinton in the email case.
In Trying Times, A Mental Health Professional Advocates For Self-Care
Blogger and mental health professional Jasmine Banks describes what it means to practice self-care in trying times.
Obama Task Force Leader Calls For New Action To Stop Police Shootings
NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Charles Ramsey, former police commissioner in Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia, about the deadly shooting of five Dallas police officers.
Journalists Grapple With How To Present Video Of Police Shootings
by David Folkenflik
During a violent week, police and news organizations are forced to account for what's being captured on live video. But they are not able to keep up with the rawness of the information presented or the emotions it stirs.
Dallas Chief David Brown Led Efforts To Improve Policing
by Jennifer Ludden
Dallas Police Chief David Brown has been at the forefront of efforts to make police work more transparent and to train officers in de-escalation tactics.
Widow Of Slain Police Officer Reflects On Dallas Shootings
Rebekah Jones, the widow of a police officer killed in the line of duty in 2014, offers reflections on Thursday's shooting in Dallas.
'Stand Up, Take Notice': Eric Garner's Mother On Recent Police Shootings
In wake of the death of Philando Castile in Minnesota, NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Gwen Carr. She is the mother of Eric Garner, whose controversial death during a police arrest in 2014 sparked protests in New York City.
Dallas County Sheriff Reacts To Fatal Shooting Of 5 Police Officers
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Dallas County Sheriff Lupe Valdez for the latest on the investigation into the shooting of five police officers in the city.